Thanks for the Replies

Before I posted the original question, I had been checking out the classified ads on this website and several other websites as well (which I will continue to do), but I wonder if there are any other or some really exceptional sources that I simply haven't found yet.

I've tried five websites or more including the number one auction site, but few ads looked promising unless I had the time / money, etc to travel 500-miles or more.

As for the John Deere Model A, it was advertised as a "1931" model which (of course) is not correct as the first year for the Model A was 1933 or 1934. Didn't have the serial number list with me at the time but now I do and I may look it over again tomorrow.

Still figuring that some other slightly newer model would be more appropriate as my first tractor.

As I said, I appreciate the great advice so far and look forward to any other good thoughts on the subject.

You'll pay very little more for a MF 35 or a Ford 600, than for an 8N Ford or 2085 Fergie. I'd buy a Farmall H or a JD 50 with an aftermarket 3 point before I'd go with 8N or 2085. The H or the 50 will pull a two bottom plow without draft control. Bear in mind I am talking about tractors your going to work a bit. 8N's generally are way over priced as a work tractor. The 2085 not quite so bad on price.

frank

Granted, most of them are just mowing or moving a little snow or dirt, but they got worked hard when they were new and it seems that at least half of them are still alive.

You newspaper is also a good place to find a deal. Check it early every morning and call at 7 AM and be ready to go look right away. There's competition in getting a real good deal on one, but if you are diligent, it will pay off.